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Rebecca Lemke

Wisconsin Rapids,WI

Summary

Dedicated Personal Care Giver with a proven track record at Inclusa, adept in meal preparation and providing emotional support. Excelled in enhancing client well-being through compassionate communication and effective medication administration. Achieved a significant reduction in hospital readmissions, underscoring a commitment to client health and safety.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Care Giver

Inclusa
08.2020 - 09.2023
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Ensured client safety by closely monitoring their health conditions and promptly addressing any concerns or emergencies.
  • Provided basic grooming and hygiene assistance to patients.
  • Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address unforeseen issues or complications in the caregiving process effectively.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Promoted client health by assisting with daily hygiene tasks, medication administration, and regular exercise routines.
  • Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to take breaks and focus on personal needs while maintaining a high level of care for their loved one.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling accurate reporting to family members and healthcare professionals involved in their care plan.

Personal Care Worker

A Helping Hand Of Central Wisconsin
03.2012 - 10.2015
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
  • Contributed towards reducing hospital readmissions by closely monitoring client health conditions and promptly reporting concerns.
  • Provided compassionate companionship to clients, engaging in meaningful conversations and activities.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Assisted clients with meal planning and preparation, considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their daily needs.
  • Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Ensured timely administration of medications, adhering to prescribed schedules and dosages.
  • Prioritized safety measures within the home environment by identifying potential hazards and implementing preventive strategies.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable living environment by performing light housekeeping duties.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Facilitated transportation for clients to attend appointments, social events, or run errands as needed.
  • Managed time efficiently while multitasking between multiple clients'' diverse needs and schedules.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Demonstrated respect for client privacy through discreet handling of sensitive information entrusted during care delivery.
  • Developed trust-based relationships with both clients and their families through clear communication and empathetic caregiving approach.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.

Education

CNA - CNA Program

NTC
Wausau, WI
10.2010

Diploma - General Studies

Wausau West High School
Wausau, WI
06.1990

Skills

  • Meal Preparation
  • Medication Administration
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Social interaction
  • Emotional Support
  • Behavioral Management
  • Medication organization
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Transportation Services
  • Client Transportation
  • Bedridden care
  • Behavior redirection
  • Alzheimer's Care
  • Incontinence care
  • Empathetic listening
  • Fall prevention
  • Client companionship
  • Companionship
  • Toileting assistance
  • Elderly Care
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Compassionate communication

Timeline

Personal Care Giver

Inclusa
08.2020 - 09.2023

Personal Care Worker

A Helping Hand Of Central Wisconsin
03.2012 - 10.2015

CNA - CNA Program

NTC

Diploma - General Studies

Wausau West High School

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